The UAE takes its ‘red list’ travel designation by the U.K. ‘very seriously’ and is in talks with U.K. officials to lift it, Emirates Group Chairman and CEO Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum told CNBC …
UAE: Two million meals distributed during Ramadan in Dubai
Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department distributes over Dh23m worth of food to people across Dubai and the Northern Emirates …
UAE is in talks with UK about ‘red list’ travel ban, should be off list ‘soon,’ Emirates chairman says
The U.K. Foreign Office currently “advises against all but essential travel to the whole of the UAE based on the current assessment of COVID-19 risks.” …
COVID-19: UAE likely to see curbs removed before EXPO 2020, say experts
Restrictions and curbs imposed by the UAE related to the coronavirus pandemic are expected to be removed before the upcoming Dubai Expo 2020 event which will ensure the success of the mega event, …
UAE’s Etihad Airways suspends flights to Israel amid escalated violence
The UAE’s national carrier Etihad Airways announced Monday it was temporarily suspending flights to Israel where the main airport near Tel Aviv has come …
Video: Abu Dhabi continues free Covid testing of residents
Authorities in Abu Dhabi are continuing to administer free Covid-19 tests for residents of the Musaffah industrial area. #_ . pic.twitter.com/XB0rpz6LVi- (@admediaoffice) May 17, …
UAE: How 30-year-old Dubai resident saved enough money for an MBA degree while working
Dubai: After Dubai-based Indian expat Shalini Sinha saved enough money to pursue a one-year post graduate course in the UK, she is now saving to fund her full-time two-year executive MBA in Canada, …
UAE: Do not save credit card details online, residents warned
UAE residents have been warned against storing their credit card information online to avoid the risks of having their personal information stolen by fraudsters. “Don’t store passwords or credit card …
Sharjah Police foil drug smuggling bid
Sharjah: Sharjah Police have foiled an attempt to smuggle a huge shipment of narcotics into the UAE, Lieutenant Colonel Majid Al Asam, Director of the Anti-Narcotics Department of Sharjah Police said.
UAE: Gang of 7 nabbed for trying to sell 115kg of drugs in Sharjah
A gang of seven Asian nationals was arrested in Sharjah for trying to smuggle more than 115kg of drugs and over 51,000 narcotic tablets during the Eid Al Fitr holidays. The Sharjah Police’s …
Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival 2021 to host unique children’s workshops
The 12th edition of Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) from May 19 – 29, will host a series of fun and educational workshops and activities to …
Abu Dhabi Police arrest 179 for begging during Ramadan
The Abu Dhabi Police have arrested 179 individuals caught begging or soliciting funds during Ramadan. The police have once again urged residents to report individuals for the violation. Beggars work …
NRI Bhatia family’s century-old legacy is a proud moment for UAE and native India
How does it feel to carry forward a legacy of four generations in Dubai? Pride! It’s an attribute that also brings in a lot of responsibilities, according to Deepak Bhatia, 49, managing director of …
Covid-19: Sheikh Ahmed hopes UAE will be added to UK’s green list
The UAE government is talking to the UK about its inclusion in the green list of countries, said a senior official on Monday.”I am optimistic that UAE will be added to UK’s green list soon. There are …
UAE: Two on trial for assaulting, killing colleague after quarrel
Two youth workers, who are of Asian origin, are facing trial at Sharjah Sharia court for the premeditated murder of their compatriot co-worker. The investigation has revealed that the accused …
UAE Eid break: Dubai Police receive over 49,000 calls
The Dubai Police received 49,046 calls during the Eid Al Fitr holiday. Of these, 35,065 were made on the emergency hotline 999, and 13,981 on the non-emergency number 901. ALSO RE …
Covid: Visitors to Dubai increase 10-fold in 8 months
New figures released show Dubai’s tourism industry steadily springing back from the impacts of the pandemic.ALSO READ:>> Good crisis management helped UAE grow during pandemic: Sheikh MohammedIt was …